How to Choose a Whey Protein Isolate in Australia
How to choose a whey protein isolate comes down to three numbers and one list: protein per serve, protein per 100 g, sugars, and everything else in the ingredients.
Short answer: look for whey protein isolate as the first and main ingredient, more than 80 g of protein per 100 g, low sugar, and no artificial flavours or sweeteners. Our pick is Propel Health Pure Whey Protein Isolate: Australian grass-fed whey isolate, 25.1 g protein per 30 g serve, three ingredients.
How to choose a whey protein isolate: five checks
1. Isolate, concentrate or a blend
Isolate is filtered further than concentrate, so it carries more protein and less fat and lactose. Many tubs are blends of both. If isolate is what you are paying for, it should be the only protein listed.
2. Protein per 100 g
This is the fairest comparison between tubs with different serve sizes. A flavoured isolate usually sits above 80 g per 100 g.
3. Where the whey is from
Look for a named country and how the cows are raised. Australian grass-fed is a specific claim a label can make.
4. Sweeteners and additives
Check for artificial sweeteners, gums, thickeners and colours. A short list is better.
5. Sugars per serve
Isolate should be low in sugar. Check the panel.
How ours measures up
| What to check | Why it matters | Ours |
|---|---|---|
| Protein type | Isolate only | Australian grass-fed whey protein isolate |
| Protein | Value per scoop | 25.1 g per 30 g serve, 83.6 g per 100 g |
| Ingredients | Short list | Whey protein isolate, natural vanilla flavour, organic stevia |
| Additives | Nothing you don't need | No artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners. No preservatives |
| Sugars and fat | Low | 1.4 g sugars and 0.06 g fat per serve |
| Allergen | Safety | Contains milk. Gluten free, non GMO |
Our pick: Propel Health Pure Whey Protein Isolate
To increase your daily protein intake, mix 30 g into water, milk, a smoothie, oats or yoghurt. A 900 g tub is 30 serves. There is no plastic scoop in the tub, to cut plastic waste, so weigh your first serve to get a feel for it. It is a soft vanilla flavour. For a head to head with a ready to drink option, see Ensure vs whey protein isolate.
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Who it may not suit
Whey comes from milk, so it does not suit anyone with a milk allergy or anyone avoiding animal products.
Frequently asked questions
How much protein is in a serve?
25.1 g in each 30 g serve.
What flavour is it?
Soft vanilla, from natural vanilla flavour and organic stevia.
Why is there no scoop?
To reduce plastic waste. Use a kitchen scale for the first serve.
About the author
Grant Jenkins is a director of Propel Health Australia, which packs its range in Brendale, Queensland, under a food licence. He wrote this guide from our own printed labels, so every figure quoted for our product is the figure on the pack.
Disclaimer
This guide is general information, not medical advice. Propel Health Australia products are foods, not therapeutic goods, and nothing here is intended to diagnose or address any health condition. Figures are taken from our current labels and may change with a new batch or print run. Speak to your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition.
